How to Make a Crochet Twisted Sling Bag

The Crochet Twisted Sling Bag is a delightful accessory that adds a fun and stylish touch to any outfit! This unique bag is perfect for carrying your essentials while on the go, whether you're heading to the beach or meeting friends for a coffee date. The twisted design gives it a playful flair, making it a fabulous conversation starter wherever you go. With its practical size and charming look, this bag is sure to become your go-to accessory for all your adventures!
Materials Needed
- 2 mm macro cotton yarn (~250g) in main and accent shades
- Non-splitting yarn for smoother work
- 6 mm hook for foundation chain
- 5 mm Tulip hook for the body
- Two spring rings
- 19 mm magnetic buttons
- 18 mm decorative round button
- Sewing thread and needle
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Stitch markers
Base Creation
Make a slip knot using a 6 mm hook.
Chain 23.
Switch to 5 mm hook.
Work in back bumps of the chain.
Row 1:
- Skip first chain.
- Work 22 single crochets.
- Place stitch markers in the first and last stitches.
Rows 2–8:
Turn and work 22 single crochets per row.
Body of the Bag
Round 1:
- Decrease one stitch (20 sc).
- Place markers on first and last stitch.
Turn clockwise:
- 7 sc along the short side.
- 22 sc on the long side.
- 7 sc on the other short side.
- Total: 57 stitches.
Round 2:
Make an sc increase, skip one stitch, sc in next, repeat around.
Round 3:
Use waistcoat stitch increases; skip one, increase in next, repeat around.
Rounds 4–19:
Work continuous rounds; tighten stitches to keep edge straight, cut yarn and make an invisible join, weave in ends inside.
Edging
Round 1:
Change to accent color; work sc in back loops only around; slip stitch to join.
Round 2:
- Chain 1, sc in same stitch.
- Continue sc around.
- Skip 2 stitches at the end, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 3–4:
Repeat Round 2; work slip stitches around; cut yarn and make invisible join; weave in ends inside.
Magnetic Button and Embellishment
- Place stitch marker at center.
- Sew magnetic button inside aligned with the marker.
- Repeat on opposite side.
- Sew round button to top center of bag.
Strap
Use accent yarn; make a slip knot, chain 2; skip one, sc in the next.
Turn, insert hook, and sc; turn again, sc in both loops.
Repeat until desired strap length.
Slip stitch in last stitch; cut yarn and weave in tails.
Insert needle in strap ends to create ring holes.
Attach spring rings to strap and then to the bag.